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    Care Chronicles

    Ozcare 2026
    Leading with heart: Samantha’s journey into care

    For Samantha, working in aged care was more than just a career change. It gave [...]

    06
    Aug
    Retirement Living By Ozcare Residents
    Retirement Villages Queensland | Retirement Living by Ozcare

    Retirement Living by Ozcare launches on Facebook and Instagram Retirement living across Queensland Retirement isn’t [...]

    27
    Jul
    Ozcare 2026
    Home, happiness and a little (or a lot) Scottish humour; Connie’s story

    If you’ve ever met Connie, you’ll know she’s quick with a joke, full of cheeky [...]

    21
    Jul
    Senior Woman Swimming In A Pool
    What Does a Morning at De Paul Manor Estate Actually Look Like?

    What Does a Morning at De Paul Manor Estate Actually Look Like? It’s one of [...]

    03
    Jul
    Aged Care at Home Cafe - Paula & Client
    Supporting independence, every step of the way: Paula’s story from Ozcare in Gladstone

    For Paula, being a Care Assistant isn’t just a job – it’s something she’s been [...]

    24
    Jun
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    Plans lodged for new Gold Coast Retirement in Labrador

    We are excited to share plans for a new retirement living community on the Gold [...]

    17
    Jun
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    A reunion filled with love at Ozcare Home Hill

    64 years of love, reunited At Ozcare, we are privileged to witness many meaningful moments [...]

    11
    Jun
    Rendu Towers Reitrement Living Newstead
    Rendu Towers Finalist | Retirement Living by Ozcare

    A Retirement Community Recognised for How People Live Rendu Towers was built with a clear [...]

    08
    May
    Sam.clontarf
    International Nurses Day: Love for the job, making a difference in aged care

    When Sam was considering career choices, nursing was not the obvious one. Almost a quarter [...]

    07
    May
    Parkwood Gardens Redevelopment.1
    Seniors’ living options to be boosted by Ozcare’s Parkwood Gardens innovation

    We are proud to announce plans for a new, high-quality retirement living community that will [...]

    01
    May
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    Autumn Ozheart Winner, Alexandre, De Paul Villa Aged Care Southport

    Our Autumn Ozheart Award winner, Alexandre (affectionately known as Alex), joined Ozcare just over a [...]

    27
    Apr
    Ozcare 2026
    Celebrating a lifetime of community service: Thank you, Shirley

    At Ozcare, we’re privileged to support home care clients like Shirley Mathers, whose compassion and [...]

    07
    Apr
    Ozcare 2026
    3 Bedroom Retirement Apartments Gold Coast | De Paul Manor Estate

    Why more retirees are choosing three-bedroom apartments on the Gold Coast For many people exploring [...]

    19
    Mar
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    Balancing the Scales: Recognising Different Starting Points at Ozcare

    This International Women’s Day, we’re pausing to reflect on women, no matter their background, the [...]

    04
    Mar
    Facility manager, Leevi, with Arthur and June
    Arthur and June: A love that always finds a new home

    This Valentine’s Day, we want to share a story about friendship, community, and lasting love. Arthur and June have [...]

    10
    Feb
    Couple On Hervey Bay Beach
    More than a retirement home. A lifestyle that makes sense.

    For many retirees, the search for retirement villages starts with location — often retirement villages [...]

    03
    Feb
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    How to choose the right Support at Home provider

    Choosing a Support at Home provider is an important decision. The right provider supports your [...]

    20
    Jan
    Ozcare Ayr & Home Hill Digital Tiles 2025
    Welcoming Ayr and Home Hill Aged Care Facilities to Ozcare

    We are pleased to announce that we have been selected as the new owner and [...]

    05
    Dec
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    “I finally found my people!”

    Meet Sara, a 24-year-old Care Assistant who joined Ozcare’s Day Respite Centre, Townsville, in April [...]

    19
    Nov
    Reflections On The Bay Modern Retirement Apartments For Over 65s
    Rightsize Your Retirement in Hervey Bay

    Retirement living in Australia is evolving. Today’s retirees are looking for something different; a lifestyle [...]

    11
    Nov
    Ozcare
    Retirement Community vs Lifestyle Village: What’s Right for You?

    When you start exploring your options or even type “retirement villages near me” into Google, [...]

    20
    Oct
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    Meet Liza, Care Partnering Lead, Ozcare Community Care, Sunshine Coast

    As Australia prepares for the Support at Home rollout on 1 November, aged care providers [...]

    16
    Oct
    Jenny Marello
    Spotlight on Jenny Marello, Retirement Village Manager at Ozcare’s Reflections on the Bay in Hervey Bay

    Jenny Marello’s career path is anything but ordinary: Kitchenhand and administration during COVID Raised cattle [...]

    09
    Oct
    Jessica Madden
    The resident who changed my life – and why retirement living is about more than housing.

    Most people don’t set out to build a career in retirement living.  I certainly didn’t. [...]

    07
    Oct
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    Rethinking retirement: a lifestyle built for connection and confidence

    For today’s generation of retirees, life after work is about more than slowing down: it’s [...]

    23
    Sep
    Ruth McCall, Dementia Advisor, Ozcare
    Supporting people living with Dementia, Ruth McCall, Dementia Advisor, Ozcare Townsville, reflects on her journey.

    Living with or caring for someone who has dementia can be an incredibly difficult journey [...]

    11
    Sep
    Ozcare Physiotherapist and client
    Support at Home, age well, stay strong.

    How physiotherapy supports healthy ageing As Australia prepares for the launch of the Support at [...]

    20
    Aug
    Rendu turns 2!
    Rendu Towers turns 2 ! Brisbane’s boutique retirement apartments now sold out.

    Premium retirement village in Newstead designed to feel like home. Now marking two years as [...]

    29
    Jul
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    Jessica Madden wins award for Future Leader of the Year

    We’re honoured and thrilled to share that our Operations Manager – Retirement Living, Jessica Madden, has [...]

    30
    Jun
    Portrait Of Senior Attractive Woman With Smile Relaxing At The Armchair In The Balcony At Home Looking Away. Happy Retired Lady With Gray Hair And Eyeglasses
    What is a Retirement Village?

    A retirement village is a welcoming community designed for people aged 65 and over, or [...]

    30
    Jun
    Woman In A Green Dress Sitting On A Pier Enjoying The Sea View
    Discover Retirement Living in Hervey Bay That Moves with You

    Where endless possibilities aren’t just imagined, they’re lived. Retirement today looks different, and it should. [...]

    24
    Jun
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    Support at Home Important Update

    The Australian Government has announced that the introduction of the new Support at Home program [...]

    04
    Jun
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    Palliative Nursing – a chat with Viv and Andrea

    Palliative Care Week is very special to us at Ozcare, especially the services we deliver [...]

    29
    May
    Puneet
    Puneet Melvin reflects on her journey mentoring international nurses, this International Nurses Day.

    This year, we reflect with Puneet Melvin, our Aged Care Facility Manager from Townsville on [...]

    11
    May
    Bruna Stephensen And Clare Cavasin
    Celebrating 30+ Years of Community at The Lakes Retirement Village

    For over three decades, sisters Clare Cavasin, 86, and Bruna Stephensen, 94, have called the [...]

    29
    Apr
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    Support at Home: A simpler, better way to receive home care

    The Australian Government is improving in-home aged care so older people can stay independent and [...]

    04
    Apr
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    Transitioning to the new Support at Home Program

    The Australian Government’s new Support at Home program starts on 1 November 2025, and we’re [...]

    24
    Mar
    Birthday
    Ozcare’s Magdalene Villa Aged Care Facility in Trebonne celebrate three centenarians on the same day.

    In a remarkable turn of events, three residents of Ozcare’s Magdalene Villa Aged Care facility [...]

    18
    Mar
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    International Women’s Day. Our own Lanna Ramsay: Championing Women and Quality in Aged Care

    One of Australia’s leading female aged care executives is shining a light on the incredible [...]

    07
    Mar
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    Ozcare welcomes St Vincent’s Aged Care Douglas, Townsville

    We are pleased to announce the transfer of St Vincent’s Aged Care Douglas to Ozcare, [...]

    18
    Feb
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    Time to change your view? Discover retirement in Hervey Bay

    Thinking of downsizing and retiring? Why not change your view and discover Hervey Bay in [...]

    28
    Nov
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    Discover the Advantages of our Home Care Package Calculator

    Looking for an easier way to understand Home Care Package (HCP) options for yourself or [...]

    25
    Oct
    Retirement Living by Ozcare
    Connection through Community – Discover a New Way of Retirement

    As we get older, it’s important that we stay connected.  This article explores the benefits [...]

    21
    Oct
    Home Care Packages Brisbane
    What Can I Spend My Home Care Package (HCP) On?

    Welcome to Ozcare.  We are an experienced home care package provider servicing over 3,500 home [...]

    01
    Oct
    Proposed Ozcare Retirement Community Mackay
    Proposed New Retirement Living Community in Mackay

    Ozcare is planning to establish a new Retirement Living Community in West Mackay to offer [...]

    07
    Feb
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    Reconciliation Action Plan

    As part of our Strategic Vision for 2022 – 2026, Ozcare has committed to developing [...]

    13
    Mar
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    The Joy of Empowering Others

    When women support and inspire one another – incredible things happen.  With today being International [...]

    08
    Mar
    Sr Mel Dwyer Pope Francis
    Ozcare’s Spiritual Adviser meets Pope Francis

    Ozcare’s Spiritual Adviser, Sister Melissa Dwyer, recently had the immense privilege of meeting Pope Francis [...]

    05
    Oct
    Volunteer Adrienne Berry Cropped
    A day in the life of an Ozcare volunteer – introducing Adrienne

    We are fortunate at Ozcare to have the support of a wonderful team of volunteers [...]

    13
    Apr
    Ozcare
    Lego proving a wonderful outlet to keep the mind active for this 94 year old

    Doug Frazer reignited his love of cars through Lego almost 70 years after his passion [...]

    31
    Jan
    Ah Lisa
    Ozcare’s Allied Health team driving positive change

    Lisa was initially referred to Ozcare Occupational Therapy to help her access the downstairs area [...]

    29
    Nov
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    10 Tips for Supporting People with Dementia

    We all need to do our part to help improve dementia awareness in Australia.  While [...]

    13
    Sep
    Blog Doing Things With Heart
    Doing Things With Heart

    At Ozcare we do things with heart, and it’s important that we do because for [...]

    09
    Apr

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